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HERTFORD, NC 27944

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Perquimans County
Buyer's Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
87
⇧ 33.8% vs 65 last year
Pending
25
29% pending ratio
Median Price
$389,900
⇩ 18.8% vs $480,400 last year
Average Price
$453,025
⇩ 12.6% vs $518,438 last year
Days on Market
116
⇧ 39.8% vs 83 days last year

Market Context

Population: 11,204  ·  Density: 24.7/mi²  ·  Median household income: $59,594

Typical home value: $213,915  ·  Homeownership: 77.9%

Market Analysis

Data as of January 2026. Source: Realtor.com.

The HERTFORD, NC real estate market (27944) currently shows 87 active listings, with 25 pending sales. Homes are averaging 116 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 22 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 116 days on market compared to 83 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 18.8% year-over-year, from $480,400 to $389,900.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 87 this year vs 65 last year
  • Days on market: 116 now vs 83 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $389,900 (-18.8% YoY)
  • Average: $453,025 (-12.6% YoY)

12-Month Price Trend

Median & Average
  • Median and average listing prices over the past 12 months

12-Month Inventory Trend

Active & Pending
  • Active and pending listing counts over the past 12 months

Historical Trend Charts

Median Price
Average Price
Days on Market
Total Listings
Pending Listings
Active Listings
New Listings

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 27.6 miles — 208 listings ($99,010,606 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
27944Hertford, NC 279440.0 mi87$39,413,175$389,900$453,025
27919Belvidere, NC 2791910.4 mi2$1,379,800$689,900$689,900
27932Edenton, NC 2793211.4 mi69$40,155,930$409,000$581,970
27946Hobbsville, NC 2794616.0 mi3$893,001$265,000$297,667
27979Sunbury, NC 2797919.9 mi5$994,750$198,950$198,950
27957Merry Hill, NC 2795721.3 mi3$1,077,825$359,275$359,275
27938Gatesville, NC 2793822.0 mi3$1,251,000$417,000$417,000
27973Shawboro, NC 2797323.0 mi17$7,349,049$411,203$432,297
27924Colerain, NC 2792423.6 mi2$299,990$149,995$149,995
27928Creswell, NC 2792825.6 mi6$1,624,350$254,450$270,725
27922Cofield, NC 2792226.1 mi1$249,900$249,900$249,900
27917Barco, NC 2791726.7 mi6$2,568,768$415,000$428,128
27956Maple, NC 2795627.6 mi4$1,753,068$429,900$438,267

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in HERTFORD, NC 27944?

As of January 2026, there are 87 active listings in HERTFORD, NC (zip code 27944), compared to 65 the prior year.

What is the median home price in HERTFORD, NC 27944?

The median listing price in HERTFORD, NC 27944 is $389,900 as of January 2026, a 18.8% decrease from $480,400 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in HERTFORD, NC?

Homes in HERTFORD, NC 27944 spend an average of 116 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 83 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in HERTFORD, NC 27944?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, HERTFORD, NC 27944 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 22 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 116 days on market compared to 83 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in HERTFORD, NC?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in HERTFORD, NC 27944 save an estimated $7,798 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $389,900. Our fee structure: 1% listing + 2% selling broker — no additional buyer or seller fees. Call (240) SELL-123 or email info@SELL123.com for a free consultation.